Tagged With Science

Corn Snake examining a miniature digestive system chart with scholarly books in the background

How Do Snakes Poop? Decoding the Reptilian Digestive Process

7 March 2024

The physical and chemical changes that food undergoes in the digestive system, the role of the liver in digestion, and common digestive disorders.

Joyful Shih Tzu with mouth open in a playful stance at a dog park

Can Dogs Laugh? The Science of Dog Laughter and Other Playful Sounds

7 March 2024

Recognizing dog laughter via play vocalizations, physical cues, and physiological reactions, improving interspecies relationships and psychological knowledge.

Vet in lab coat examining a Beagle dog with a microscope and medical books in the background

Can Dogs Get AIDS? Understanding Canine Immune Health

6 March 2024

Knowing why dogs can't get HIV/AIDS, the differences between human and dog immune diseases, and the ways to keep your dog healthy.

Axolotl opening its mouth to show small pointed teeth in a well-maintained aquarium

Axolotl Teeth: What You Need to Know About Their Special Dentition

5 March 2024

Axolotls have tiny, pointed teeth for suction feeding, can regrow tooth tissues, and their food plays a role in the evolution of their teeth.

Brown rat with sleek fur swimming in clear water with urban stone structures in the background

Do Rats Swim? The Truth About Their Surprising Swimming Abilities

5 March 2024

The remarkable swimming skills of rats, such as diving, traversing bodies of water, and floating, and how they have affected ecosystems and cities.

Silver-shaded Persian cat with fluffy fur accidentally scratching a person's arm

The Science of the Itch: Why Do Cat Scratches Itch?

4 March 2024

Reasons why cat scratches may itch: the body's inflammatory reaction, the possibility of a bacterial infection, allergens in cat saliva, and psychological reasons.

Ball python with brown and black patterns, yawning in a terrarium setting

Why Do Snakes Yawn? The Science of Mouth Gaping

4 March 2024

The science behind snake yawns: why it happens and what it means for jaw movement, sensory input, and the digestive system, not tiredness.

Chow Chow dog lying on green grass, panting with its distinctive purple tongue visible

Why Do Some Dogs Have Purple Tongues?

4 March 2024

Genetic and cultural importance of black-spotted tongues in dogs, potential health issues, and the evolutionary history of melanin coloration.

Relaxed male Doberman lying on its back in a sunny living room, belly and nipples exposed

Why Do Male Dogs Have Nipples? A Look at Canine Anatomy

4 March 2024

Male dogs are born with nipples as a result of their embryonic origin, and they usually have 8–10 nipples that are considered vestigial and can be a sign of a problem if they change.

Healthy green python curled up on a branch, showcasing its curious expression against a blurred natural background

Can Snakes Fart? An Investigation into Reptile Digestion

4 March 2024

The science of snake farts: why they are so rare and what they tell us about the gut microbiome, metabolism, and potential health problems or adaptations.

Black cat with green eyes staring intently into a shadowy corner, embodying curiosity and alertness

Do Cats See Ghosts? Exploring Feline Senses and Behaviors

2 March 2024

Cats’ super senses and actions have led to many superstitions, but there is no evidence that they can actually detect ghosts.

Happy Golden Retriever lying down, making a low rumbling sound, with a warm home environment in the background

Can Dogs Purr? Decoding Canine Rumble Sounds and Vocal Behavior

2 March 2024

This article discusses the science behind dog purring: why dogs make sounds that are similar to purring, how dogs communicate through sound, and the anatomy that enables dogs to make a wide range of sounds.